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Palmido Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇰🇷Incheon Area, KRInactive

Location & Light Range

About Palmido Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 49 meters tall. Its light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 27 nautical miles. It is located in the Incheon Area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Geographic Range
27NM

Location

City
Incheon Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
37.3587°
Longitude
126.5108°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
49m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical concrete tower; 49

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4167
NGA No.
17960
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Palmido Lighthouse at night?+
Palmido displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Palmido Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Palmido Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Incheon at 3.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include Gyeongin (11.3 NM NNE), BUCHEON (14.2 NM NE), DANGJIN (17.8 NM S), Daesan/Seosan (21.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Palmido Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Palmido Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Palmido Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Palmido Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.